AWARD-WINNING FAMILY, SENIOR AND HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHER

Full-Service Portrait Studio Specializing in Wall Art & Albums 

Settling for digitals that never make it off your phone or hard drive isn’t the best way to create lasting memories and timeless portraits for your family... and it certainly isn’t the only way to document this stage in your children’s lives.

White shiplap room with ficas tree and a rattan chair featuring an oval mixed media portrait of a blonde toddler girl with a pink bow dressed in traditional southern style clothing, in a gold frame

SIGNATURE SERVICE 

Timeless Memories Preserved for a Lifetime 

I can’t think of a more beautiful way to celebrate the incredible person your child is becoming. By preserving each perfect detail of his or her sweet little face, along with their sparkling personality in an original piece of mixed media art, you are creating a tradition and legacy for your family that will span generations.

St. Louis Portrait Photographer Shana Watkins posing in a traditional southern home foyer with two of her heirloom mixed media childhood portraits in the background

PORTRAIT STUDIO SERVICES

Studies have shown that aside from anxieties about accidental deletion or irrevocable loss, people often express concern over the inability to organize, classify or even look at all their digital images in ways that are meaningful for them.

You’re doing all the work required to coordinate outfits and get everyone on board, which can in itself be challenging. You deserve a “Parent of the Year” trophy or at the very least an “I Made it Happen Against All Odds” ribbon. 

Looking at an online gallery a few times is simply not enough for all that do for your family. You deserve more, and while they don't see it now, your children will want more, too, especially when the only way they can remember their childhood is through photographs. 

Until your children are able to enjoy their physical, printed portraits, they’ll never really be able to connect with (much less find) their memories. It doesn't have to be this way, and I'm here to help make the process of creating the portraits you have always wanted stress-free.

Creating Legacies Through Art 

St. Louis Portrait Photographer Shana Watkins posing in a traditional southern style home

What sets me apart

St. Louis Portrait Photographer Shana Watkins taking photos during one of her heirloom childhood portrait sessions in a traditional southern home
  • A professional photographer for more than 20 years, Shana has received recognition from the Professional Photographers of America including the Master of Photography degree and Certified Professional Photographer certificate for technical excellence. Her work has been featured in Professional Photographer magazine, including the cover and has received numerous awards at the state and national level.

  • Shana is committed to providing the highest quality work to her clients, and that includes hand-picking the best photographic printers, album makers and framing professionals, who are equally devoted to the beauty and longevity of their prints, custom frames and custom albums.

  • From the beginning, Shana has provided her clients with classic portraits that will stand the test of time without the distraction of fads or trends in photography. 

  • Shana takes the time to learn about each family, the children’s personalities, and any special traditions or milestones. She quickly earns the trust of both parents and children, who appreciate her empathy and patience.. By making the environment comfortable, Shana helps clients relax and be themselves, resulting in more genuine and heartfelt photos.

  • From the pre-session preparation to the editing precision of the final portraits, Shana leaves no detail to chance. Clients often comment on how she is the first photographer who has provided clear direction, fixing hair and clothing along the way. She oversees the entire process from concept to delivery. No detail is too small.

  • Shana consistently builds long-term relationships with her clients. She has clients who first came to her for newborn portraits, family portraits over the years and now have graduating high school seniors. Her dedication to her clients and making every step stress-free is appreciated by her clients. They know they can trust her to exceed their expectations and create meaningful art for their families that will stand the test of time.

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